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In Maryland events take on a whole new meaning. The state literally celebrates hundreds of events each year, shaking things up and adding excitement to the year round agenda. In cities throughout the state there are similar events happening while others are unique to certain communities and ethnic backgrounds. Attending events in Maryland adds an extra element of enjoyment to any holiday and allows a chance to meet many different residents and explore unique communities.

Even smaller towns and cities like Bethesda feature big-name festivals people flock to from all around the state. The Bethesda Fine Arts Festival showcases art work from more than 10 artists nationwide. This Maryland events showcase of a wide assortment of art styles and mediums is the focus, with arts and crafts, live entertainment and delicious food also available. The Fine Arts Festival is held in May each year at the Woodmont Triangle.

The annual Maryland Wine Festival is another gala event with a long history behind it. It's held in Westminster in The Carroll County Farm Museum north of Baltimore and northeast of Frederick. The Maryland Wine Festival is held each year for two days in mid-September. It's one of the top things to do this time of year and features many exciting elements. There are a large number of food vendors offering an array of tasty delights from local restaurants, craft vendors showcase all kinds of handiwork and wine education seminars help visitors understand more about different wine varieties and tasting.

The Maryland Wine Festival also features Maryland Governor's Cup Competition with more than 150 wines competing, and the Amateur Wine Competition. The bonus of attending this one of many excellent events in Maryland is for a small fee, adults can taste and savor the fine selection of wines over two days. Wine enthusiasts can also enjoy a number of other wine-related Maryland events such as the St. Michaels Food & Wine Festival in April, the Food & Wine Festival at National Harbor, The Great Grapes Wine, Arts & Food Festival in Cockeysville in June and The Great Grapes Wine, Arts & Food Festival in Annapolis at the end of July. If you're in Salisbury during the third weekend of October, don't miss the Wicomico County Autumn Wine Festival.

Maryland film events are high on the list when it comes to events and festivals. The major one of all Maryland film events in the Maryland Film Festival held each year in Baltimore for four days in May. This time of year sees Baltimore hotels fill up in the blink of an eye and restaurants and shopping malls become packed with visitors. This Maryland film events submissions and contenders include everything from documentaries to narrative films. They range from unorthodox to conventional and everything in between. Most of the films' directors attend the screenings and answer many questions about the film. Film festival attendees can either purchase tickets to individual movies or secure a pass for a series of films.

There is such a large number of assorted events in Maryland that anyone enjoying Maryland tours and holidays should check out what's going on where so as not to miss anything exciting. There is an annual boat show in Baltimore, Spring Festivals all over the state, Civil War reenactments, Celtic festivals, art festivals, Maryland film events, Scottish festivals, music festivals and much more. Fourth of July is also an exciting time of year and sees hundred of Maryland events kicking off all over. St. Patrick's Day and Octoberfest are also two largely celebrated events usually featuring lots of great food and live music. With fervor and enthusiasm, Maryland locals enjoy any excuse to celebrate. Friendly attitudes and welcoming spirits mean visitors fit right in and can celebrate with fervor side by side.